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Daily Mail
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Celebrity Traitors salaries REVEALED ahead of much-anticipated new series
The salaries of the star-studded cast of the Celebrity Traitors have been revealed ahead of the hotly-anticipated series. Nineteen celebrities have already filmed the latest round of backstabbing and betrayals in Scotland's Ardross Castle, with fans eagerly awaiting the series' release. Major names including Stephen Fry, Kate Garraway, Paloma Faith, Joe Marler and Alan Carr have joined the line-up as they will put their cunningness to the test. As anticipation builds for the first ever UK celebrity iteration, the salaries of the high-profile cast have been revealed by The Rest Is Entertainment podcast. Rather than being paid individual wages, all of the celebrities were paid the same £40,000 fee to appear on the show, according to journalist Marina Hyde. 'It's certainly interesting to compare something like Celebrity Traitors on the BBC to I'm a Celebrity on ITV,' she told her co-host Richard Osman while discussing BBC wages generally. 'Although we haven't seen the celebrity iteration yet, but we know it's gonna be massive. Look at the calibre of the people they got.' 'They were able to pay everybody a blanket 40k fee, right? I am spilling all my tea today. They're paying them a 40k fee,' she shared. Pointless host Richard, 54, compared it to The White Lotus - where the celebrity cast were all paid a base rate of $40,000 (£29,000) per episode, not any individual rates. 'It's like White Lotus when everyone got paid the same, they got paid much less than you would normally do,' he said before hastening to add that 'everyone is massively overpaid in the entertainment business'. Richard then teased that he knows someone who has seen the first episode, describing it as 'amazing' as he hinted fans won't be disappointed. The BBC declined to comment when approached by MailOnline. Filming for the Celebrity Traitors kicked off at the end of April as the cast were seen arriving at Inverness Airport, and shooting has already wrapped for the show. Though the exact release date has not yet been confirmed, it is expected to land on the BBC in autumn 2025. The celebrities who will transform into Traitors and Faithfuls include actors Stephen Fry, Ruth Codd, Celia Imrie, Tameka Empson and Mark Bonnar. Comedians Alan Carr, Nick Mohammed, Joe Wilkinson and Lucy Beaumont will also take part, joining singers Paloma Faith, Cat Burns and Charlotte Church. Also confirmed for the show are presenters Jonathan Ross, Clare Balding and Kate Garraway, Olympic diver Tom Daley, rugby player Joe Marler, historian and writer David Olusoga and YouTuber Niko Omilana. Missing from the confirmed line-up was actress and comedian Jennifer Saunders, who was heavily rumoured to be taking part. BBC bosses took extra precautions to keep the cast under wraps ahead of its reveal, following a series of leaks. According to The Sun, executives put in place a military-style operation to transport the all-star cast to Ardross Castle. And a no-fly zone was in place over host Claudia 's Highlands HQ to stop drone photographers from securing any images. A source told the publication: 'For a show with secrecy and shocking plot twists at its heart, navigating the celebrity version has been a real puzzler. 'Casting the likes of TV presenter Kate Garraway, former rugby star Joe Marler, and singer Paloma Faith creates a situation which is a lot more open to leaks and gossip than recruiting a call centre manager from Liverpool or a retired opera singer. 'So execs have worked really hard to lock down every inch of the production.'
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Livid Good Morning Britain viewers call for 'smug' presenter to be investigated by Ofcom as they brand him 'a total embarrassment' and 'truly appalling'
Good Morning Britain viewers called for a presenter to be investigated by Ofcom as he hosted Tuesday's instalment of the ITV show. The latest episode of the programme saw Kate Garraway, 58, and Ed Balls, 58, return to our screens to discuss the latest headlines and newsworthy topics. During one segment the pair discussed the small boat crisis with Michael Gove, 57, and Kevin Maguire, 64. And some think that Ed shouldn't be involved in political interviews when his wife, Yvette Cooper, 56, is the Home Secretary. Some took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to share their thoughts. 'Ed Balls 'grilling' a Labour MP when you're wife's the Home Secretary should be investigated by OFCOM. It's not right...' 'Smug Ed Balls, whose wife is chief of command for protecting the public in this country, should pipe down.' 'I simply cannot stand Ed Balls, he is so smug and has a clear conflict of interest because his wife is a cabinet member (and not a good one either). His smug smile is so annoying!' 'Total embarrassment listening to #GMB this morning nearly every story mentioned by the panel is the actual responsibility of the Home just happens to be 'Mrs Ed Balls', the pointlessness of this 'chat' is truly appalling.' 'Ed Balls. Hopeless. Why is he still on my TV.#GMB.' 'Ed Balls mocking anyone's political f**k up's is a choice, considering how utterly useless and incompetent his Mrs is.' Kevin is usually joined by Andrew Pierce on the show, but Michael stepped in to take part in the discussions instead. And many took to social media to say how they weren't a huge fan of this choice either. '#GMB You've got to be joking? Bye.' Many rushed to X, formerly known as Twitter, to share their thoughts over Ed Balls on GMB on Tuesday Others took to the social media platform to share their thoughts on Michael Gove (pictured) 'Just switched TV onto GMB, seen Michael Gove talking, instant switch over to another channel, get rid of him.' 'Is it just me or is Gove getting way more talking time than Mcguire?' While another said: 'I'm actually surprised at how impressed I've been with Michael Gove these past couple of mornings.' It comes after another Good Morning Britain host has announced an extended break from the ITV show in a fresh ITV presenter shake-up. On Thursday's episode of the show last week Richard Madeley, 69, and Kate Garraway, 58, presented the programme. At the end of the instalment, Richard said: 'Right. I'm off for three weeks. I'll see you in three weeks time!' A shocked Kate asked: 'Are you?!' 'Yes,' Richard replied. Kate told him: 'Have a lovely holiday! You haven't rebelled, you haven't been suspended...' Another Good Morning Britain host has announced an extended break from the ITV show in a fresh ITV presenter shake-up Richard giggled and said: 'No...' He continued: 'No I haven't had the whip taken away.' The week prior, Susanna Reid, 54, explained to viewers that she was taking her 'holidays' as the show wrapped. Just before handing over to Lorraine, Susanna said she was now officially on leave from the programme. The host - who is the main anchor of the show - did not say the exact date she'd return to screens, but stipulated that it would be at 'term time', likely meaning around the start of September. She said: 'I am off on my holidays but I will see you at the star of the new term.' It's unclear who will replace Susanna and co-host the show in her absence from Monday to Thursdays. During the latest episode of the long-running show, Susanna Reid told viewers she was taking her 'holidays' as the show wrapped However, Richard Madeley jokingly confirmed he isn't going anywhere as he waved in her face following the news, saying: 'I am still here!' Richard and Susanna's break comes amid a period of change for the breakfast programme ahead of its behind-the-scenes shakeup next year as part of ITV budget cuts. Lorraine and Loose Women face the brunt of the cuts, with GMB's programme to be merged with ITN, who produce ITV News. Meanwhile, the Good Morning Britain has been slammed after making a controversial move to cut costs even more. Execs have axed its US office for the first time in the award-winning show's history. The Sun reported how the move means Good Morning Britain will no longer have a dedicated team across the pond to cover big stories across current affairs and entertainment. A source told the publication how the show, which is anchored by Susanna Reid and launched in 2014, will likely use ITN's main news hub in the US for reports. They said: 'They have completely axed their American operation, with the intensity of the news cycle in the US as it is - especially now, with a president who is making headlines daily. 'How does that make any sense? 'These cuts are a disaster in the making. The way they have gone about all of this is messy and it is devastating for us all.' The source added it was a 'shortsighted' move and a 'brazen pivot away from journalism' that will result in 'genuine, good quality people' leaving the show. However, a spokesperson for ITV said: 'ITV is currently in consultation over proposed changes and no final decisions have been made on redundancies. 'ITV News has a significant presence across North America and its award winning bureau will continue to provide Viewers with trusted international news.' Last year Susanna went clubbing with her grown-up sons Sam, 22, Finn, 21, and 19-year-old Jack during her holidays. In an interview with Woman & Home, she admitted: 'I'm not really a pub-goer, but I go clubbing. 'I went clubbing with them during the day and had the most amazing time. I stopped drinking in 2018 and I'm now predominantly teetotal. 'I have a Buck's Fizz on Christmas Day, I had half a glass of champagne on my mum's birthday and I have a drink once every couple of months – including a couple in Ibiza – but I don't have pints at the pub like I did in my 20s.'
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Kate Garraway brightens up GMB in ‘stunning' holiday-ready Never Fully Dressed co-ord
We've found exactly where to shop Kate Garraway's latest GMB look that caught the attention of viewers for its 'stunning' print and 'gorgeous' fit Kate Garraway has been nailing her recent summer looks on Good Morning Britain, and her latest holiday-ready matching set is no exception. Brightening up a gloomy Friday last week, Kate wowed fans in the Isla Miley Shirt from Never Fully Dressed, priced at £89, paired with the matching Isla Dorris Skirt, priced at £79. This breezy skirt and shirt co-ord is covered in Never Fully Dressed's hand-painted Isla print, inspired by the picturesque Mallorcan town of Sóller. The shirt is oversized and slightly sheer, making it lightweight enough for warm days but still polished enough for everyday wear. Tuck it into denim shorts or jeans or layer it with a bikini for that laid-back holiday look. The skirt is just as versatile and in the same stunning print. It can be easily thrown over swimwear or dressed up with the matching shirt for a chic desk-to-dinner look like Kate. This look isn't the only one of Kate's that's caught our and fans' attention. Recently, the presenter was the latest celeb to hop on one of the biggest trends of 2025 with a head-to-toe polka dot outfit. The top in question is the Mila Trim Detail Top in Ivory, Navy French Dot from Boden. Priced at £42, this chic top has been labelled as "selling like hot cakes" on Boden's website, with sizes flying off the virtual shelves. With its full flutter sleeves and playful pom-pom trim, it adds just the right amount of fun to what would be a simple top. While the lightweight cotton makes it an easy and airy go-to for warmer days. In other GMB news, presenter Ranvir Singh wowed viewers the other week with her Red Short Sleeve Gathered Waist Underbust Midi Dress from Lipsy. Priced at £49, the timeless floral print makes it ideal for summer weddings, garden parties or the races.
Daily Record
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Record
GMB paused for huge government breaking news announcement just minutes into ITV show
Good Morning Britain came to a sudden halt just minutes into the ITV show as a news correspondent interrupted with some breaking news outside of Downing Street. During Monday morning's installment of the breakfast programme on July 21, hosts Kate Garraway and Ed Balls woke up the nation with the biggest stories of the day. However, things took an unexpected turn when Kate, 58, handed over to news correspondent Louisa James just moments into the broadcast, who was reporting live outside of number 10 for a breaking news report. Louisa issued a concerning update after a report from the Independent Water Commission as the government announced its plans to overhaul the sector in place of a new and more powerful complaints watchdog, the Express reports. She said: "I guess the key question is how much is it going to cost and who is going to pay for it? Will the answer ultimately be: All of us through our bills? Because this report outlines some pretty big changes. "The government has made some very ambitious promises to half the number of pollution spills, water companies are making big spending plans, between them spending more than £100billion in improving infrastructure and our water have already gone up by 26% in April this year and are expected to continue rising." The reporter went on to underline one positive aspect that has come out of the report to viewers which is clear transparency into how the money is being spent. Louisa went on: "One good thing that the review looks at is how that money is going to be spent. "It talks about companies being less reliant on debt, more financially resilient, making sure they're investing in maintaining their assets." However, the report is not entirely well defined with the reporter explaining that it fails to outline how the companies assign salaries for their bosses. This is particularly prevalent after it was recently revealed that the chief executive of Southern Water was offered a pay rise worth hundreds of pounds. Louisa pointed out that it was not the only unanswered question in the new governmental report. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. She continued: "What it also doesn't do is address the question of renationalisation of water companies. That is something Reform UK wants but the government says it's too expensive. "It will take money away from things like the NHS and schools. Conservatives say the government needs to explain how replacing one quingo with another is going to clean up our rivers and lakes." Upon further inspection, Louisa highlighted one one key phrase which left many viewers with questions on the show. The presenter added: "One of the key phrases that stood out for me from what I've read of the report so far is that it says that it needs to restore trust. "The government needs to restore trust that bills are fair, that regulations are effective, and that water companies will act in the public interest. "And I suppose the phrase 'restoring trust' could apply to so many of the challenges facing this government, the things they say that they inherited from the previous government but the things that they are going to be judged on at the next election." After the report, viewers flooded to X to share their thoughts on the update online. One angry user wrote: "We pay tax, road tax etc so where is this money going? Certainly not towards roads or water. Stop paying these useless bosses so much", alongside an angry face emoji. A second echoed: "While water companies remain in private hands the problem will continue. They are set up to make money for shareholders not to improve the service." A third chimed in: "If it's taxpayers footing the bill, I'd like to see some proper numbers instead of all this fancy talk. We've had enough of paying for someone else's pipe dream."
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mirror
ITV GMB halted for breaking news just minutes into show as Kate Garraway issues update
Good Morning Britain was abruptly interrupted just minutes into the ITV morning show when a news correspondent delivered a breaking news update from outside Downing Street. On Monday's episode (July 21), Kate Garraway and Ed Balls were presenting some of the day's top stories when the programme took an unexpected turn. Kate, 58, handed over to news correspondent Louisa James who was reporting live from Number 10 with a breaking news story. The journalist delivered a concerning update following a report from the Independent Water Commission, as the government announces its plans to revamp the sector and introduce a new, more powerful complaints watchdog. She started by saying: "I guess the key question is how much is it going to cost and who is going to pay for it? Will the answer ultimately be: All of us through our bills? Because this report outlines some pretty big changes. "The government has made some very ambitious promises to half the number of pollution spills, water companies are making big spending plans, between them spending more than £100billion in improving infrastructure and our water have already gone up by 26% in April this year and are expected to continue rising." TV presenter Louisa briefed viewers on the silver lining found in a recent report, emphasising the newfound financial transparency. She noted: "One good thing that the review looks at is how that money is going to be spent," reports the Express. "It talks about companies being less reliant on debt, more financially resilient, making sure they're investing in maintaining their assets." Yet the report presented an unclear picture, with Louisa pointing out to viewers that it doesn't tackle how corporate salaries are determined, particularly under scrutiny seeing as the chief executive of Southern Water was recently offered a hefty salary bump. Furthermore, Louisa highlighted another gap: "What it also doesn't do is address the question of renationalisation of water companies. That is something Reform UK wants but the government says it's too expensive. "It will take money away from things like the NHS and schools. Conservatives say the government needs to explain how replacing one quingo with another is going to clean up our rivers and lakes." Earlie this week, GMB's Charlotte Hawkins revealed that she was taking part in BBC One's The Weakest Link. Writing on Instagram, she said: "Some exciting filming - taking part in The Weakest Link! Just a bit terrifying... you'll have to watch later in the year to see how we all did! #weakestlink #quizshow #quiz."
